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    To all those who showed support this 2021 Giving Tuesday and throughout the Giving Season: THANK YOU! We know this has been a tough time for many and we…


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AWARE is a member-driven charity that works to protect the natural environment in Whistler and the Sea to Sky through advocacy and empowerment of others through science-based research, education and programming.

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Earlier this week, we shared Dave Heighway’s sto Earlier this week, we shared Dave Heighway’s story about how he goes by bike. Here are his top tips: 🚲Try an e-bike for commuting - Whistler’s a hilly place! E-bikes aren’t about replacing bike trips, they’re about replacing car trips. People end up riding further, faster and more often on an e-bike than on a regular bike. Plus they’re cheap to operate, great for your health and you arrive un-sweaty! 🚲Get pannier bags to carry your stuff. 🚲Wear the right clothes and wear your pants outside your boots. 🚲Use a bike trailer to go to the beach - My bike trailer is a converted flat-deck that was once a bike trailer for kids, I got it for $30. I carry a cooler, BBQ, propane tank, bocce balls & umbrellas. Add another bike with a trailer and that’s a family of four ready for fun right there! Got a question for Dave? Pop it in the comments between now and the end of May and we will get back to you with answers. 💚 Get details on Whistler’s Big Moves and options for personal climate actions at: whistler.ca/GoByBike #smallstepsforbigmoves #climateactionwhistler #bigmoveswhistler #climateaction #gobybike #gobybikeweek #gobybikebc @rmwhistler
take pictures and play bingo; win prizes! The bes take pictures and play bingo; win prizes! The best prize of all is living in a community that is safe and easy to bike in, but we still love extra positive encouragement, so Thank You to our awesome sponsors!! #climateactionwhistler #gobybikewhistler #ClimateAction #smallstepsforbigmoves @gobybikebc @rmwhistler @thegreenmo @fatmap_official @arbutusroutes @protectourwinterscanada @coastmountainbeer @worcawhistler
FANTASTIC, LOCAL, MEANINGFUL OPPORTUNITIES!!! Int FANTASTIC, LOCAL, MEANINGFUL OPPORTUNITIES!!! Interested in joining a fun team that loves nature, cares about all things environmental and is passionate about building a sustainable community? AWARE is looking for driven, accountable and knowledgeable individuals to join our team. We are currently recruiting the following positions: 👍Website and Content Creation Specialist 👍Climate Action Programming Assistant 👍Zero Waste Ambassador Apply by MAY 29 - that's this weekend! Check out our website for more details: https://www.awarewhistler.org/job-postings/
So many things to win!! Teaser... Here's our list So many things to win!! Teaser... Here's our list of sponsors so far! Interested in sponsoring a prize or an event for go by bike week? Shoot us a message- get our community to build this healthy habit! Want to win some prizes? Link to register in bio Don't forget to ride safe! Learn about Whistler's safe and secure bike parking, and how registering bikes with @project529 is reducing bike theft and increasing return rates if theft does occur! share with friends- lets do this together!! #climateactionwhistler #gobybike #gobybikewhistler #ClimateAction @arbutusroutes @greenmoustachecafe @coastalculturesports @coastmountainbeer @lululemon @caamwhistler @worcawhistler @fatmap_official @nitalakelodge @gobybikebc @protectourwinterscanada @project529
Local E-News is out! Learn more about who AWARE i Local E-News is out! Learn more about who AWARE is, what we do, WHY we do it, and how you can get involved through working with us or coming to our AGM! Link in bio to read
WE ARE HIRING!!! And really, it's a great place t WE ARE HIRING!!! And really, it's a great place to work If you have been thinking about climate action, but don't know how to make a difference, this could be an opportunity for you! We are a fun team that loves nature, cares about all things environmental and is passionate about building a sustainable community. We are looking for driven, accountable and knowledgeable individuals who want to make a difference, and we are currently recruiting the following positions: 👍Website and Content Creation Specialist 👍Climate Action Programming Assistant 👍Zero Waste Ambassador Apply by May 29! Check out our website for more details: https://www.awarewhistler.org/job-postings/
Log Rides to Win!! and get fit and have fun of cou Log Rides to Win!! and get fit and have fun of course! GoByBike week is May 30-June 5, and we have a huge lineup of community supporters trying to get YOU out on human powered adventures - reducing our local GHGs and improving community health. More prizing announced in the days to come! Follow our link in bio to register, share with friends so they do too! #climateactionwhistler #gobybike #gobybikewhistler #ClimateAction @greenmoustachecafe @worcawhistler @fatmap_official
his month as part of the Small Steps for BIG MOVES his month as part of the Small Steps for BIG MOVES campaign we’re focusing on going by bike. Are you considering biking more? Here’s what Dave has to say: My name is Dave Heighway and I’ve been riding my bike year round in Whistler for about 10 years. I work for an e-bike company; you could say I’m an advocate for biking! One of the most amazing things about Whistler is the Valley Trail system that makes it fast, easy and safe to go everywhere by bike or e-bike; it’s even mostly plowed in the winter (use studs!). Riding instead of driving is totally doable for lots of folks in this town. Get fit, have fun and reduce emissions! Tune in later this week for Dave Heighway’s top tips on this month’s climate action. 🚲 Get details on Whistler’s Big Moves and options for personal climate actions at: whistler.ca/GoByBike @rmwhistler AWARE Whistler #smallstepsforbigmoves #climateactionwhistler #bigmoveswhistler #climateaction #gobybike #gobybikeweek #gobybikebc
WE ARE HIRING!!! Interested in joining a fun team WE ARE HIRING!!! Interested in joining a fun team that loves nature, cares about all things environmental and is passionate about building a sustainable community? AWARE is looking for driven, accountable and knowledgeable individuals to join our team. We are currently recruiting the following positions: 👍Website and Content Creation Specialist 👍Climate Action Programming Assistant 👍Zero Waste Ambassador Check out our website for more details: https://www.awarewhistler.org/job-postings/
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